2022 Nin-Ortiz Planetes de Nin Classic

2022 Nin-Ortiz Planetes de Nin Classic is a striking, terroir-driven red from the steep slate slopes of Priorat, crafted with a distinctly Burgundian finesse. This is a serious yet immensely drinkable wine that marries depth, minerality and freshness rather than sheer power. Blending Garnacha, Garnacha Peluda and Cariñena from biodynamically farmed vineyards on the Les Planetes estate, it has quickly become one of the reference bottlings for a more elegant, transparent style of Priorat and has been awarded 96/100 points by Robert Parker.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Planetes de Nin Classic shows a deep, luminous Burgundian red hue, with a vibrant rim that hints at both youth and energy. The nose is initially a touch reductive and needs some air, then slowly unfurls into a complex bouquet of crushed slate and iron, wild red and black berries, fresh stone fruits, and a subtle peppery lift. Underneath lie hints of violets, garrigue herbs and a faint smoky-mineral edge that speaks clearly of Priorat’s llicorella soils. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied yet supremely poised, with a beautiful interplay of ripe fruit, savory spice and stony minerality. Juicy red cherry, plum and blood orange are framed by fine, chalky tannins and a vibrant acidity that keeps everything precise and mouthwatering. The mid-palate balances elegance, power and clear terroir expression, leading into a long, vinous finish where spice, mineral notes and a saline touch linger. While already impressive in its youth, the structure and concentration suggest excellent aging potential over 8–12 years, gaining even more aromatic complexity and textural harmony with time in the cellar.

Production
The fruit for Planetes de Nin Classic comes from around four hectares of biodynamically farmed vines on the Les Planetes estate in Porrera, planted in 2008 on classic Priorat llicorella slate rich in iron oxide (locally called ferral), a particularly hard and mineral-intensive type of slate. The vineyards, composed of terraces and some old-style ‘costers’ slopes, are planted with Garnacha, Garnacha Peluda and Cariñena, and are meticulously worked by hand, with Carles Ortiz even using mules, Negret and Max, to respect the fragile soils. Cariñena was harvested between September 13–15 and Garnacha between September 26–28, with around 40% whole clusters and the remainder destemmed but left as whole berries. Fermentation took place with indigenous yeasts in 3,200 L oak vats over 15 days, after which the wine was pressed and returned to barrel to finish fermentation off the skins. The wine was then raised in a single 3,000 L oak foudre for a total élevage of about 20 months, allowing oak to play a supporting, not dominant, role and preserving the purity of fruit and terroir expression.

Food & Serving
This refined Priorat is a versatile partner for flavorful yet nuanced dishes: think roast lamb with herbs, duck breast with cherries, game birds, braised pork shoulder, or grilled ribeye with charred vegetables. It also pairs beautifully with Mediterranean cuisine such as roasted aubergine, wild mushroom dishes, lentil stews, and aged hard cheeses like Manchego or Comté. Serve at 15–17°C (59–63°F) in a Burgundy-style glass to emphasize its aromatics and elegance. Decanting for 45–60 minutes in its youth helps the initial reduction blow off and allows the wine to fully reveal its layered bouquet and finely etched structure.

Producer
Nin-Ortiz is a small, highly regarded estate in Priorat, founded and run by the duo of oenologist and biologist Ester Nin and vineyard specialist Carles Ortiz. With vineyards in Porrera, Torroja and Gratallops, the estate has become a leading voice for biodynamic viticulture and a more terroir-transparent, elegant expression of Priorat. Ester, originally from the higher Penedès zone of El Pla de Manlleu, is widely respected for her winemaking at Clos Erasmus in Gratallops and for vinifying the early vintages of Enric Soler’s iconic white NUN. Together with Carles and his mule team, she has turned Nin-Ortiz into one of the most exciting small producers in the region, consistently earning high critical acclaim and helping to redefine Priorat from a land of sheer power to one of nuance, finesse and deep sense of place.

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